Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing can be found in Mount Vernon, NY (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing.
The most common majors at the school are in nursing and emergency medicine.
Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools. Instructors at Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 134 students were enrolled in the school. Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing has a large minority student population. Older adults are in evidence at the school, often seeking career changing education. A very high share of students at Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"TO PROVIDE AN EXCELENT EDUCATION EXPERIENCE, WHICH WILL ENABLE ITS GRADUATES TO ADDRESS THE HEALTH CARE NEEDS OF SOCIETY BY PREPARING INDIVIDUALS FOR THE PRACTICE OF PROFESSIONAL NURSING WHILE LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR FURTHER EDUCATION AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT."
More complete details are provided below.
Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing Mt Vernon Hospital
53 Valentine St
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
General Phone: (914) 361-6537
http://hopfer.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 74 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 74 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing had a total enrollment of 134 students (98 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 17% |
| Black | 57% |
| Hispanic | 14% |
| Asian | 9% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 2% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 30% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 19% |
| 40-49 | 18% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Mount Vernon, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,110 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,110 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2217800)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 5 | $90,000 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 5 | $90,000 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Dorothea Hopfer School Of Nursing Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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